The Northam Avon Descent White Water Classic in August each year is the most famous of the many adventures available. Established in 1836, Northam town & shire have many beautiful heritage buildings now restored and used by locals & visitors. Its central location makes Northam the ideal place from which to explore the entire Avon Valley.

29. AVON BROOK WINERY	Map 1 E4
Located in Clackline, Avonbrook provides quality award winning wines. Wine, tasting & sales are by appointment. Tel: (08) 9574 1276.
30. AVON DESCENT	Map 1 D5
Northam is the starting point for Australia’s wildest white water classic. The gruelling 133km Avon Descent is held on the first weekend in August each year.
31. AVONLEA PARK ALPACA STUD	Map 1 D4
Avonlea is nestled on the banks of the Avon River 12kms from Northam. Visitors can view alpacas, farm animals and enjoy BBQ & picnic facilities.Tel: (08) 9622 5669.
32. AVON RIVER POTTERY	Map 1 D4
Located on the Northam-Toodyay Road near historic Katrine, the pottery workshop offers a wide range of domestic & garden pottery. Tel: (08) 9574 2781
33. BERNARD PARK	Map 3 D6
A large open parkland area in the town centre with river frontage. Bernard Park has BBQ & picnic facilities, children’s playground, many large sculptures and an ornamental lake all under 100 year old pine trees. An ideal place for a family outing.
34. BLUE GUM CAMEL FARM	Map 1 E4
At Blue Gum Camel Farm visitors can learn to ride a camel under supervision or go on a 5km or 10km trek. Great fun, safe for all ages. BBQ & picnic facilities available.Tel: (08) 9574 1480
35. DRAGONFIRE POTTERY	Map 3 D4
Located in Newcastle Road, Northam with a large selection of functional stoneware pottery on sale. Tel: (08) 9622 2407
GOLF
Springhill Rural Retreat (See Blue - No 53), 9 hole course with winter creek. Open daily. Tel: (08) 9622 5568.
El Caballo Resort (See Blue - No 32), 18 hole course.
Open daily.Tel: (08) 9573 1288.
HOT AIR BALLOONING
Enjoy the unique experience of Hot-Air Ballooning over the scenic Avon Valley and environs with Windward Adventures. Operating from the Northam airfield between April and November. Tel: (08) 9621 2000
HISTORIC TOWN WALK
Northam boasts the largest number of historic buildings in the state outside of Fremantle. Maps for this historic walk are available from the Northam Visitors Centre. Allow 90 minutes.
KATRINE VALLEY BREAKFAST TREK
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Avon Valley. Treks begin at the historic Katrine church and end high on a ridge overlooking the valley where a well deserved breakfast is ready and waiting. Book at the Northam Visitors Centre. Tel: (08) 9622 2100
36. MORBY COTTAGE	Map 3 B8
Built in 1836 as the home of John Morrell the founder of Northam Morby Cottage has been lovingly restored and now houses Morrell family heirlooms and other early Northam memorabilia & photographs. More information is available from the Visitors Centre. (08) 9622 2100.
37. MOUNT OMMANNEY LOOKOUT	Map 3 C1
Located 3km from the town centre Mt Ommanney offers a great view of the Northam townsite and agricultural areas beyond.
38. NORTHAM ART CENTRE	Map 3 E6
Housed in the Old Girls School (1877) and the Post Office (1892). The gallery features a large display of arts & crafts by local artists and touring exhibitions. Part of the Historic Town Walk. Tel: (08) 9622 2245
NORTHAM/KATRINE HERITAGE TRAIL
The Northam/Katrine Heritage Trail features sites and buildings of historic significance in & around Northam. Details at the Visitors Centre. Tel: (08) 9622 2100.
NORTHAM TOURS
Full & half day tours of Northam and the Avon Valley are available and can be booked at the Northam Visitors Centre or by contacting Northam Tours. Tel: (08) 9622 9532.
NORTHAM’S WHITE SWANS
White swans were originally introduced to WA in 1896 by British colonists who wished to create a little of the world they had left behind. The swans feeding area is next to the Suspension Bridge in Broome Tce. Bread is available at the Visitors Centre.
39. OLD RAILWAY STATION MUSEUM	Map 3 F3
The Old Railway Station was built in 1886 and serviced the Goldfields and Eastern Districts. Today it is listed with the National Trust and is being restored as a museum. It houses a large collection of railway memorabilia. Option on Northam’s Historic Town Walk.
40. PRINCE GROWERS NURSERY	Map 1 E5
Located 6km from Northam on the road to York this oasis offers a large selection of plants, garden furniture, pottery, a mini zoo and a large children’s playground. Open 7 days a week. Tel: (08) 9622 2971
RACING, PACING & CHASING
Northam has large modern horse racing, pacing and greyhound tracks. These venues have excellent facilities catering for the racing enthusiasts.
41. SUSPENSION BRIDGE	Map 3 D5
This spans the Avon River in the town centre and is the longest bridge of its kind in Australia. Built in 1975 it is an ideal place to view the river and Northam’s white swans.